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Katie Hurtault Equine Natural Horsemanship
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KH Equine is a professional, friendly company with over 20 years in the equine industry we offer a range of services:

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With over 20 years experience working with horses, we work empathetically with the horse at the heart of what we do.

04/06/2026

Equine Healing ❤️
I didn't get a horse because I wanted to ride. I got a horse because I knew how much they could heal. They just know.
That was the connection I felt with Bonnie the day we first met.
Bonnie is very reserved; stoically present but never in your face. In many ways, I'm the same with her.
I've been through some difficult things in my life, but nothing has felt quite as hard as where the compass is pointing right now.
Today, after a day filled with anxiety, sadness, and grief, I finished work and went to the field. I lay down in the grass because I was simply done.
Then Bonnie came over.
She didn't invade my space for her own wants or needs. She quietly approached me, breathing deeply, blinking slowly, not demanding attention, but simply being there.
She breathed me in—my knees, my hips, my heart, my head. She spent a long time at my heart and my head before looking out across the field, almost as if she was giving my body and mind time to process.
Her blinks were so slow and reassuring. It felt like she was saying, "I've got you."
There was lots of licking, chewing, nuzzling at the ground, and tiny movements of her lips—her own way of processing whatever she had taken from me.
Just look at how soft her eyes are.
When another horse entered what Bonnie had decided was my safe space, she quietly asserted herself, then returned to the periphery, giving me the room I needed to gather myself. It reminded me of how a massage therapist leaves the room after a treatment—giving you a moment before returning to the world.
People can believe what they want about horses and healing.
All I know is that today, when I needed her most, Bonnie knew.
And she stayed. ❤️

To my little ray of sunshine Ellerie,I know you know just how loved you are. From the moment you entered this world you ...
24/05/2026

To my little ray of sunshine Ellerie,

I know you know just how loved you are. From the moment you entered this world you lived life unapologetically with joy and love in everything you did.

Your unbounded love and kindess for your younger cousins was so beautiful to watch, taking them under your wing as their teacher, their guardian and biggest cheerleader, you doted on their every want and need and they utterly idolised and adored you.

You danced and sang through life, as if everyday was a beautiful bright sunny day and I think we adults all need to remember to do that!

Ellerie, what you had to endure in the last year and half of your life wasn't fair. Nobody should have to go through that, least of all you and I wish so much that I could have magicked it away from you. But the way you came at it was nothing short of incredible, and I know you have inspired so many to come at life looking at it through a different lense. You never moaned, you never felt sorry about it, you just attacked it with a grit and determination that I didn't know a child could posses, and continued to find the best in each and every day at the same time!

Through your pain you have changed the lives of thousands and thousands of people be that in the family, school, community, hospitals and even people you never met! When that day comes and they finally have a breakthrough for curing DIPG, I pray that you have the very biggest celebration up there in knowing that you my girl, played a pivotal role in saving the lives of others.

I am so incredibly proud of you my darling, and I, and I'm sure many many others are going to go through life with the aim of seeing life through your lense - a bit more Ellerie, a bit more grit, a bit more determination but most importantly with all the joy.

I love you, and I am so very blessed to have been called your Aunty. I know you won't be far away, that you will have so many loved ones up there showing you how to send us glimmers from up above already, and I will keep looking out for them. I promise to watch over your Mummy, Daddy, Kody and Albie always, as I know you will be too.

You were and always will be so very, very loved my darling.

💜⚡🪽

It’s the groundwork that matters.Groundwork is the cornerstone of a successful horsemanship. Frustratingly It is often ...
19/05/2026

It’s the groundwork that matters.

Groundwork is the cornerstone of a successful horsemanship. Frustratingly It is often overlooked or misunderstood. Just because your horse is attached to a line and your on the ground doesn't mean your doing groundwork.

Let me explain. True groundwork creates clear, black-and-white boundaries and gives the horse a solid understanding of what is expected and what behaviours are acceptable. Without that clarity, it’s far more likely you’ll see behaviours that challenge both horse and handler.

Think of it like raising a child. A child who has calm, consistent boundaries understands what acceptable behaviour looks like and feels secure because they know where they stand. It’s not about shouting or force — it’s about timing, consistency, and calm, clear communication that guides them towards the right answer.

Horses are no different.

When horses come to me, I spend a huge amount of time working from the ground. People often ask, “Why spend so much time on groundwork when the goal is to ride?” The answer is simple: because groundwork lays the foundations for success under saddle.

Teaching softness, lightness, bend, and responsiveness for example, from the ground first helps remove confusion and builds understanding before the rider ever gets on. We are introducing the same principles we want under saddle, but in a way that allows the horse to learn without pressure or panic.

One of the most valuable parts of groundwork for me is teaching the horse to understand and respond to my energy. This is a massive safety factor. Ideally, the groundwork has been done thoroughly enough that the horse remains calm and connected once ridden. But we can’t control every environment or situation, and when something unexpected happens, that connection matters.

I want the horse I’m riding — or even standing beside — to be tuned in to me both mentally and physically. I want them to understand when I need them to come up in energy and when I need them to come back down with me calmly.

Groundwork isn’t pointless, and it certainly isn’t a shortcut. It is the foundation that creates confidence, clarity, safety, and trust — both on the ground and under saddle.

My Grandad was my very wise old owl. you could bob in for a brew and he'd be there, in his chair at the dining room tabl...
18/05/2026

My Grandad was my very wise old owl. you could bob in for a brew and he'd be there, in his chair at the dining room table, looking down the valley. 'Ahhh! Katie, Poppet Woppet!' he'd say, joy in his eyes every time no matter how short or long the time has been since I last bobbed in. Nanna was just the same. No judgment . Just love. They loved a simple life, but they new what was important.

Life is really challenging right now and it's left me questioning a lot of things very deeply, without having Nanna and Grandad by our side to offer a word of support.
I've walked past this photo for years never knowing that these were Granddad's own words that my lovely cousin designed into this piece that hangs on the kitchen wall at Mum and Dads.
I know you're never far away Grandad, and that you and Nanna are cradling us all as we navigate life right now.

Of course this directly applies to our beloved animals also. Don't fall prey to believing they're gone for good. I know it's easier because pain feels familiar than faith sometimes. But they're right there, working in the same way.

Our loved ones be it human, equine, canine and everything in between, are never far away. They are always there with a message, a way of showing you that they are right there with you - always. My Nanna and Grandad both showed me tonight they were right there and I'm so very grateful for being able to be open to their communication and love.

We're nearly halfway through the year (what the proverbial)!? April and May have been nothing short of insane, from The ...
16/05/2026

We're nearly halfway through the year (what the proverbial)!?

April and May have been nothing short of insane, from The Peak District, Llangollen, Cambridge and everywhere in between, it's been mental. I realise I've not actually had time to share all the best bits with you!!! From competitions, to starting clinics, to camping to playing Cowgirl (yep you heard it here first)!!!! Watch this space!

Life is a journey as I've said before, and you never stop learning. EVER! I'm continuing to learn, observe, reflect and adapt and loving every minute of it. We've got new clients coming through the door and I'm looking forward to putting that CPD into action!

Arch is having a blast on our little 'mini-adventures'. There's nothing like giving your child experiences and memories to treasure forever.

We have so much to be grateful for and to look forward to!

Over the next few weeks I'll make sure to share with you all the exciting adventures we've been getting up to!

Katie you write a lot about mental wellbeing these days and less about horses why? It's a simple answer really. Look at ...
14/05/2026

Katie you write a lot about mental wellbeing these days and less about horses why?

It's a simple answer really. Look at the image below. Powerful right?

What applies to us directly applies to our horse, but if we want change it must start within first. Horses are naturally empathetic creatures, they feed off the energy presented to them.

People say 'the horse is like its owner' to a certain extent that is true, they mirror the energy displayed before them. Remember these are herd animals, if the horse on watch says there's reason to panic, brings him/herself up and pricks their ears, this alerts the reason of the herd there may be imminent danger and to ready themselves to flee.

Have you ever met a person who has their guard so high you feel yourself acting differently, unable to be yourself? All of a sudden you feel guarded and defensive but don't get why? You're mirroring what's out before you.

Next time you're having a hard day: maybe it's been at work, maybe it's day number 3 of the diet where your blood sugars dropped and you feel grumpy, or the first attempt at getting off the vapes, he'll maybe you just woke up on the wrong side of the bed. Whatever it is, look at your horse's behaviour, their body language, the ear, eye positioning. Are they with you or disconnected from you?

Now, on a better day, maybe it's warm and sunnier and you feel light in yourself, you've just had a bloody good day: now do the same thing.

What do you notice? Better right?

Sometimes you've had a hard paper round in life generally and you walk around with a furrowed brow and a guard up. You won't find your horse chooses to connect with you initially. I didn't anyway. But when you put wellness into your self as a habitual part of your life, I promise slowly you'll start to see great things.

So yes absolutely everything to do with your mental wellbeing can be applied to your horse because it directly affects them.

You can't be their person if you're not your own person first.

You've got this 🙏🏼♥️

Life is huge isn't it!? Like whoever gave us the idea that it would be sunlight and roses as kids needs arresting 🤦🏼‍♀️!...
13/05/2026

Life is huge isn't it!? Like whoever gave us the idea that it would be sunlight and roses as kids needs arresting 🤦🏼‍♀️!

Sometimes life feels too big, too scary, too overwhelming. So much so you have no idea which is the right direction to even take a first step.

Imagine a roundabout. You're standing in the middle, there's lots of exits sure; but each one has something in its path. What the hell do you do? Where do you turn?

This overwhelming feeling can often leave us feeling frozen. Unable to make any safe and clear choice and so you stay stuck, even if that position isn't serving you any good either. You remain there and accept the slow toxic poison of negativity that drips through your body.

Before you know it you're get into negative spiral, low self worth, negative internal chatter and feelings and before you know it you're are utterly lost and have intense feelings of despair.

But what if I told you there was a way? That way might be messy, and confusing and long and a little lonely; but what if I told you that in the end, stepping back to look at the bigger picture might just be the best thing you ever did?

You don't have to have it all planned out, and I know from experience that's the first step to failure. Step back, don't even try to work it out. Just step back, be present, look at all the avenues...and then... Take one step forward, knowing that you are on a journey. You don't have to know where or when or how. Most importantly know that you are going to be okay even if it feels a little rough right now.

Lean on friends, be vulnerable with family. They don't need to see you being all British and stuff upper lip about it! If you can't be vulnerable with them without judgment who the hell can you be that with!? They don't need to see you with your s**t together, because let's face it it's far from together right now.

But it will be, with your faith in yourself and their support for you.

You are not alone. You've got this. I believe in you, and I am incredibly proud of you.

🙏🏼

🌟 SUMMER 2026 BOOKINGS NOW OPEN 🌟We are excited to announce that we are now taking on new clients for Summer 2026! ☀️🐴Of...
12/05/2026

🌟 SUMMER 2026 BOOKINGS NOW OPEN 🌟

We are excited to announce that we are now taking on new clients for Summer 2026! ☀️🐴
Offering both groundwork and ridden work at your yard, tailored to suit you and your horse’s individual needs.
Whether you’re looking to build confidence, improve partnership, or further your horse’s education, we’d love to hear from you.
📩 To register your interest, please send us a private message.
Spaces will be limited, so early enquiries are recommended!

This weekend at the Heart Of The Fens Show at Sovereign Quarter Horses was such a lovely experience.I always love watchi...
11/05/2026

This weekend at the Heart Of The Fens Show at Sovereign Quarter Horses was such a lovely experience.
I always love watching and learning from incredible riders and trainers at their craft. I met some amazing people who are so kind and genuinely humble at their core that you’d never realise the level of their world-renowned success — at least not until someone kindly enlightens you and your jaw hits the floor 😬🤦🏼‍♀️
But once again, that’s only a tiny part of it. Alisha saw the beginning of her 18th year off with a bang! Judith got back in the saddle Luke Combs stylee, complete with Corona and a handsome male gent to assist her! Jack learnt his cowboy swagger as the weekend wore on. Kirsty taught me a little about what mother son bants looks like in later years. Amanda let me loose on her super duper camera, and now I must find a photography course! Quinn showed us that you can indeed rock sun gigs inside at night time. Dee shared her horror stories of lithium batteries and as a result a carbon monoxide monitor that was placed on the dash, offering a sounder sleep for sure (even if my door remained wide open for the duration)! The YMCA flow was strong and the Grease Lightning rendition as we ROFL'ED all the way back to the tents was brilliant. I have also never had to Google so much new lingo in accordance with the latest season of Gen XYZABC, in my life! It was giving 6,7 dedication for realsies!
This insane family we call Team JMH, that I’ve somehow become part of, are nothing short of incredible. Not bound by blood but in real friendship.
You guys have supported me through some really difficult times, to put it frankly, and continue to do so every single day. I have no right to be there — no horse to ride anymore — just a girl with a passion and circumstances that don’t quite fit her dreams right now. But you’ve never judged me. You welcomed me into your world a year ago, and it’s been non-stop laughter ever since.
You are all so incredibly important to me, and I just wanted to take a moment to say thank you for being exactly who you are 🤍

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